Pharmacy Technician

Wegmans; New Jersey; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health benefits

401(k) match

Scholarship program

LiveWell program

Job summary

Wegmans is seeking a pharmacy technician to join our fast-paced team. You will provide best-in-class service, input prescriptions accurately, and uphold patient confidentiality in a HIPAA-compliant environment.

Responsibilities include dosage calculations, insurance claim troubleshooting, and accurate data entry, with opportunities for certification support and competitive benefits."

Qualifications

• Proficient computer and data entry skills.
• Basic math skills for dosage calculations and day supply.
• Strong problem solving abilities.
• May hire before state certification; Wegmans will support qualification process.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional customer service with empathy in a fast-paced environment.
• Perform dosage calculations and conversions accurately per standards.
• Troubleshoot rejected insurance claims and assist customers.
• Input prescription information accurately.
• Maintain HIPAA privacy and confidentiality.
• Handle medications following department policies.

Skills

Data entry

Basic math

Problem solving

Job description

At Wegmans, our pharmacy technicians are instrumental in building trust by providing best-in-class service that sets Wegmans apart and ensures that customers are getting the medical attention, care, and health services that they depend on us for. Our fast-paced pharmacies are full of compassionate people working with one common mission – and you could be just the right person to join our team.

What You'll Do

• Provide incredible customer service by demonstrating patience, empathy and care in a fast-paced environment
• Perform accurate dosage calculations and conversions using basic math skills while adhering to all regulatory standards and company policies to ensure safe and compliant medication preparation and dispensing
• Troubleshoot the rejected insurance claims and address issues to support customers’ needs
• Accurately and efficiently input prescription information
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and company policies
• Properly handle medications and follow department policies and procedures

Requirements

• Proficient computer and data entry skills
• Basic math skills, including unit conversions, to accurately perform dosage calculations, day supply and ensure patient safety
• Problem solving skills

Note to applicant: Some states require national technician certification and/or state registration to work as a pharmacy technician. You may be hired prior to obtaining these qualifications, and Wegmans will support you throughout the process. Depending on location, certified pharmacy technicians may earn additional compensation.

At Wegmans, we’ve always believed we can achieve our goals only if we first fulfill the needs of our people. Putting our people first and offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits and a wide range of meaningful perks is just the beginning of what defines a rewarding career at Wegmans.

Comprehensive benefits*

1. Paid time off (PTO) to help you balance your personal and work life
2. Higher premium pay rates for working overtime, on Sundays, or on a recognized holiday
3. Health care benefits that provide a high level of coverage at a low cost to you
4. Retirement plan with a 401(k) match
5. A generous scholarship program to help employees meet their educational goals
6. LiveWell Employee & Family program to support your emotional, work-life and financial wellness

Our employees have put us high on Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® list every year since it was first produced in 1998. Discover what it means to work for a mission-driven, values-based company where YOU make the difference.

*Certain eligibility requirements must be satisfied, and offerings may differ based upon area or the company and/or position.

Experience ordering products and controlling inventory; Certified Pharmacy Technician PTCB - PTCB: Pharmacy Technician Certification Board; Pharmacy Technician or Support Center Representative experience; Work Environment: The physical demands of this work are classified as light. Work includes walking, standing for up to 4 hours without a break, repetitive forceful pinching and grasping, bending, and lifting, frequent use of a computer and telephone, along with continuous interaction with customers and coworkers in a fast-paced environment. The average weight range of items lifted is 1 – 10 pounds with a maximum weight lifted of 35 pounds rarely. Upper extremity repetition is moderate and trunk movement involves moderately low twisting, bending, and pivoting. May be exposed to various allergens (things that may cause an allergic reaction).The work environment is indoors.Basic tools and equipment used include cash register, computer, telephone, pill counter, and pharmacy and office supplies.